Registered Veterinary Nurse

Inspiring Vet Care; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid KB

Pension scheme

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care in Salisbury is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join Hampton Vets on a full-time basis. You will provide high-quality nursing care, work with the clinical team, and support first opinion cases across multiple sites in Hampshire.

Based primarily at our Hampton Park Vets practice in Salisbury, with occasional support at nearby sites. The role offers a supportive environment, modern facilities, and opportunities for development within a values-led team.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS is required.
• Experience working in clinical practice with confidence in medical and surgical nursing.
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.
• Good organisation and workload management.

Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics and client support.
• Surgical and medical patient care.
• Dental procedures and care.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical nursing experience

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Hampton Vets on a full-time basis.

Hampton Park Vets is a friendly group of small animal practices based in Salisbury and across Hampshire. Your primary base will be our Hampton Park Vets practice in Salisbury, with occasional work at our other nearby sites.

Salisbury offers the perfect balance of connectivity and countryside charm — with excellent transport links, easy access to Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, National Parks, and World Heritage Sites. You’ll also find plenty of scenic walking routes and a variety of independent shops to enjoy.

Our well-equipped practice features modern facilities such as digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, full Idexx blood machines, separate dog and cat wards, a therapeutic laser, and much more — everything you need to provide outstanding care.

Practice Highlights

• Separate dog and cat wards
• Modern, well-equipped practice with up-to-date facilities
• Additional facilities including therapeutic laser technology
• Advanced diagnostic equipment including digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, and full Idexx blood machines

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week however we are open to part-time applications
• Monday to Friday with shifts of either 8am-4pm or 11am-7pm
• 1 in 3 Saturday rota from 9am-2pm
• No out-of-hours requirement

General Responsibilities

• Nurse clinics and client support
• Surgical and medical patient care
• Dental procedures and care

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice
• Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
• Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £31,000 per year